Serving Slices in Banff Since 1990

Banff's Original Late Night Eatery

So, you want to hear our story? You got it. We’re Aardvark Pizza & Sub, owned and operated by Dave and Maria Smalley on Banff’s Caribou Street since 1990. If you’re not familiar with Aardvark, we’re a family-owned local pizza joint that’s known for great late-night food, some of the best pizza in Banff, and breakfast delivery for those slow-moving mornings. Whether you’re grabbing an aprés ski slice, swinging by after a night out in Banff, or ordering a meal at your home or hotel, we’re happy to serve you, and we know you’ll like what you see (and taste).


Let’s take a little trip back in time. Rewinding to the 80s, Dave and Maria met while working at the Banff Springs Hotel in ‘85. Both from Ontario, they were drawn to Banff for the love of skiing and the unique community and, not unlike many people who “temporarily” moved to Banff, they knew pretty quickly that Banff was home. Knowing they wanted to plant roots in the community, they figured opening their own business was the perfect opportunity. Aardvark was a business that already existed in Banff and had been in operation for a couple of years. At the time, Dave and Maria’s roommate was a delivery driver for the place. When they caught wind that the owners were looking to sell, they decided to take a risk. Only in their early 20s, their friends thought they were crazy, and they worried that just might be true. It was a gamble, investing in a new business so young, but they had their sights set on a life in Banff, and they figured they might as well give it a shot! 

After years behind the counter, slinging slices to locals and visitors alike into the wee hours of the morning, Dave and Maria are the proud owners of a successful Banff business that’s been going strong for over three decades. While the menu has changed and grown over the years, you can still find some of the original recipes on it. Starting off with pizza, subs, and wings, they added in some of their fan-favourite items like donairs, burritos, breakfast and more. They also noticed a demand for good late-night eats in Banff and extended their hours to fill that gap. They focus on introducing quality ingredients, are committed to making fresh dough every day, and support their community through collaborating with non-profits, supporting athletes, and using their resources to give back as much as possible. 


This place has allowed them to raise three kids, all of whom have found themselves in the Aardvarks kitchen or behind the counter at some point, take advantage of all of the sports, adventures, and activities the Rockies have to offer, and serve thousands of happy customers. It had always been Dave and Maria’s dream to own their own business, and that dream was only amplified by their desire to make a life in Banff. Now, they’re able to provide jobs for people who want to live and work in Banff, just like they did, and feed people who come from near and far to experience the wonder that the Bow Valley has to offer. It’s been an incredible journey, and these locals are grateful, excited, and passionate about the opportunity to do what they love in a place that they love. 


Banff's Best Pizza

Three decades in the making, you can trust that we've got the art of the pizza pie down. You'll love our pizza and we know you'll be back for more.

Always Fresh Ingredients

Our dough is made daily, we never compromise when it comes to quality ingredients, and we keep it as fresh as you can get.

Breakfast Delivery

We're one of the only places that offer breakfast delivery in Banff. We get it, sometimes you just need breakfast to come to you. We make that happen. And it's free.

Serious Bang for Your Buck

While we keep it quality, we always keep our prices low and accessible so everyone can enjoy or offerings without breaking the bank.

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